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    111-410 is the one I have for my 6th gen. However, AFAIK 5th and 6th gens all had the same connectors going from their ECU to the TB and associated components (right side of airbox). You can see from the thread below talking about that. I think what it's getting at is that basically, while PC's are all different "models", what's different about them is that they have different wiring harnesses / connectors. The "brain" inside them is all the same. It's not possible to confirm that on PC's website since they're discontinued. While I'm sure the map is great for your application, Rapid Bike will self-make a custom tune to your bike by adjusting the AFR on the fly. It would however require O2 sensors in your header ports. RB could expand on that. https://vfrworld.com/threads/general-power-commander-iii-info-for-all-vfr800s.28821/ https://rapidbike.us/products/rb-evo-honda-vfr800-98-01
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    I hope you don't mind one more question - where did you find the manual referenced above? Maybe hidden in an unlikely place on their website? LOL Many thanks!
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    That's really helpful, thanks! BTW - following Mr. ShipFixer's info on finding the software link on RB USA's contact page (how stupid of me not to have looked there! LOL) , it downloaded and installed successfully - no "Microsoft Framework" or similar error messages. Thanks to all!
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    Does anyone know if it's possible to transpose from a Power Commander map and in to a Rapid Bike one? Maybe I can explain a bit better . . . Let's say for example, one has a developed PC III or PC V map that's been custom designed (which I do). There are obviously various trims at each RPM / throttle position cell in the PC's table. Is it possible to transpose (such as in music) those trims over to a Rapid Bike table in order to get a baseline map that's "pretty close" to start with so that the RB can then fine tune using the MTB and a wideband O2 sensor? Anyone done this or know how? Are there any tutorials either witten or maybe youtube videos on that topic?
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    29,000 miles in 2020 . . . I don't do that many a year in my car!
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    And isn't that the beauty of having a perfectly tuned V-4 . . . a delicious, meaty power band that's wide from a motor that's smooth - and you don't have to row through gears constantly. I'll never understand why more riders don't get it. And on top of all that, a sound like no other. Just one awesome package!
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    I read somewhere (I'll try to find it) that a degree or 2 of advance through midrange helps a VTEC. Need to be very careful though - don't want any detonation. And IIRC it requires premium fuel to avoid that.
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    That's what I did - I just plugged it in and rode it. Same thing - no flat spots, and I picked up a couple of mpg. I don't know why anyone would buy a P.C. these days.
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    The .net 3.5 framework rings a bell. For whatever reason I could not get it to do what RB wanted. Went to MSFT help forum but did not find an answer. Is the RB Italian website the place to go to get the software? I looked on Yaman's site but can't find it.
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    There are several of us that have RB Racing modules, but are unable to load the RB software in to Win 10. The install returns an error that something is missing from Win 10, but it can't be updated. If you did successfully, a link to the source for RB software would be helpful. Any tips for getting the software loaded would be appreciated!
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    You are sir, obviously someone that loves his 5th gen. So do I!
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    The larger o-rins are a pita - however, I just got them started, and then used a blunt nosed punch to massage them in by hand. They were slightly deformed, but not enough for concern. No leaks. It just took some patience. The shop wants to get it done and move on so aren't as likely to take the necessary time.
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    Ya know, you just might be on to something with the seat mount option. Since mine is in (a million) pieces, I grabbed the RB unit and placed it in the seat cargo slot - to my surprise it fits. The cover wouldn't quite close and there's the issue of getting the wiring harness through the lid, but it looks like maybe with some cutting here and there it just might be made to work. If you do that, please post up some pics - would love to see how you do it.
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    Sorry to tell you that I had to mount it under the seat on the rider's right. The wires to the O2 sensors will have to run down to the stator cover, and the RB harness connects to the harness on the right side of the throttle body under the tank, so it was constrained by that. Honestly, I don't know where else it could fit on 6G.
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    Cogswell commented on DannoXYZ's gallery image in Member's Gallery

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    The 600 may have been quicker, but it sure didn't have an ass like that!
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    I got a RB Racing to go with my VFRD headers. The RB Racing module I got came with a pre-loaded map for the VTEC. As is, it plugs in to the 2 stock O2 sensors and self tunes to your setup - headers, cans, air filter, engine condition, etc. For now, I just plugged the one 18mm O2 port. I picked a couple of MPGs - no telling if it would do that for you. The engine runs flawlessly, I love it. If you want to use a wideband O2 sensor, you'll need the My Tuning Bike. I haven't done that but it's on my list. IMHO RB is way better than a P.C. As for the software, that . . . has been more of a mystery to me. I consider myself relatively tech savvy - I've built some PC's, but I'm certainly no expert. However the only place I could find to download the software from is from Dimsport's Italian website. For whatever reason, it would not load properly on my Win 10 laptop. I have not gotten around to calling Yaman to find out where to get it and if there's a user's guide for it. If anyone solves that, I would be very interested in what turns up.
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    So are you subject to fine or arrest if you are out riding? Here we have mask requirement and limited gatherings, but as far as being out on the roads, there's been no restriction other than the weather.
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    Classified. I could tell you, but then of course I'd have to kill you . . .
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    I think for the same reason that first date with a supermodel is . . .
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    The spinning of the buckets is similar to how pushrod motors spin the lifters and pushrods. The cam grind and bucket lifter profiles are done in such a way to make that happen. Keeps the wear even. They wouldn't last long otherwise!
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    This is the exhaust side of the front head on my 5th gen. These sort of look machine made but as pointed out, some look hand done. I can't guess what "K053" means. In one of the round marks on yours it has "00 | 12" . I wonder if that's indicating that the head was cast in December of 2000. From what I've seen of VIN plates on these bikes, most were assembled in Sept / Oct. Is this motor from an '01? I don't have anything like the cracks you have around the PAIR ports. I've never seen anything like that.
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    Boulder Canyon

    Cogswell commented on NRSPTR's gallery image in Member's Gallery

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    I've always had a love / hate relationship with my 2008 for that very reason. Sometimes in the right light it looks great - at other times it seems so drab. I've never figured out why. But that's just me. I do like that is not a "look at me" color - kind of like being a bit off the radar.
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    Boulder Canyon

    Cogswell commented on NRSPTR's gallery image in Member's Gallery

    Boulder Canyon
    2008 - sword silver. DAMHIK . . . :)
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    Cogswell commented on Axel_7's gallery image in Member's Gallery

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    Odd - I can see it. The link is to my profile album photos - look for the same sign.
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    Cogswell commented on Axel_7's gallery image in Member's Gallery

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    On US Hwy 12 just east of Kooskia, ID (locals pronounce it "Koosky") looking East - link, below. Hwy 12 is a National Scenic Highway which follows the Lochsa River, the route Lewis and Clark took in 1804. There are many interpretive sites along the way. Hwy 12 is pure bliss - it goes through wilderness area, so no businesses, no residences or road intersections - just 100 miles of fast sweepers. It's almost like they designed the road with us in mind. The biggest potential hazard is deer. There's only one place for gas along the way to Lolo and it's off the road. If you miss the sign to turn off you're S.O.L. It's a beautifully engineered road with good pavement. It almost makes me want to live in Lewiston, ID or Missoula, MT just so I could ride it anytime I want. Everyone should ride it at least once. Sign location https://goo.gl/maps/JWMopVGL6VSCEXr68 Route from sign to pass summit (ID/MT border) and on to Lolo, MT. https://goo.gl/maps/JegtJr6i6PgSvs1n9 My photo of pass summit (the other end) looking West in 2006. They have since changed it from "77 miles" to "99 miles" even though the road has not changed.
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